“Must-See: Ryan Gravenberch Stuns Foden with Breathtaking Skill at Anfield”
“Watch: Ryan Gravenberch Leaves Foden in Awe with Stunning Skill at Anfield”
Ryan Gravenberch is brimming with confidence at Liverpool, making the reigning PFA Player of the Year appear quite ordinary during the first half at Anfield today!
Liverpool burst into action against Manchester City, netting the opener within 12 minutes as Mo Salah set up Cody Gakpo with a brilliant assist, following a stunning pass from Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Arne Slot’s side played with the confidence of a team sitting eight points clear of their rivals in the Premier League, and one decisive moment perfectly encapsulated the contrasting fortunes of the two teams.
Gravenberch eclipses Foden
As Joe Gomez sent a pass toward Gravenberch, the midfielder had to adjust his body to control the ball under the close watch of Phil Foden.
In a moment of brilliance, the Liverpool star left his Manchester City counterpart stunned with a dazzling backflick and an explosive burst of pace. Unable to cope, the England international resorted to an obvious tug on the red shirt bearing the number 38.
The 24-year-old had no complaints as Chris Kavanagh swiftly brandished a yellow card, a consequence sealed the instant the Dutchman left him in his wake.
Gravenberch radiating confidence
When Foden was earning the PFA Player of the Year award last season and Gravenberch was struggling for consistency in Liverpool’s starting XI, it would’ve been hard to imagine that, by late 2024, the latter would leave the former looking second-best.
This speaks volumes about the 22-year-old’s remarkable form, showcasing the confidence and flair to attempt—and flawlessly execute—such a bold move in a high-stakes match.
In the first half against Manchester City, the Dutch midfielder delivered a standout performance, completing 21 of 23 passes (91%), winning three duels, and making two tackles (via Sofascore). These numbers encapsulate another stellar display in a Liverpool shirt.
Watch Gravenberch’s dazzling turn past Foden below, courtesy of @manlikeabdifam on X:
Nahhh that turn from gravenberch 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/U4YGzH14N2
— Ruben’s Red and White Army (@manlikeabdifam) December 1, 2024